About the role#
This Manufacturing Engineering Co-op position involves developing production processes that align with team objectives. You will work alongside product engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to support daily operations and solve problems on the shop floor. This is a paid, full-time position.
What you'll do#
- Support daily manufacturing tasks and troubleshoot shop-floor issues.
- Create and update process documentation, including work instructions, SOPs, and process flows.
- Collect and analyze production data, including yield analysis and process capability studies.
- Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
- Assist with Kaizen events and identify opportunities for waste reduction.
- Develop and validate assembly and test fixtures, jigs, and tooling.
- Update BOM and router information in ERP systems.
- Perform hands-on work such as measurement, inspection, and equipment setup.
- Prepare technical reports and present findings to operations and engineering teams.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a 4-year degree program in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
- Prior internship or hands-on experience in a manufacturing or shop environment.
- Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks or Creo.
- Familiarity with statistical tools like Minitab, JMP, or Excel.
- Coursework or experience in machining, metrology, statistics, or quality engineering.
- Knowledge of GD&T, PLC basics, automation, robotics, CNC machining, or 3D printing.
Location & details#
- Location: Manitowoc, Wisconsin.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Terms available: Winter 2027, Summer 2027, and Fall 2027.
About Parker Hannifin
Parker Hannifin specializes in motion and control technologies. The company provides systems for filtration, hydraulics, pneumatics, and fluid handling. It serves customers in the aerospace, mobile, and industrial markets. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, the company operates in 43 countries and employs over 30,000 people.
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